In Va the key to DWI/DUI is actually the .....keys. The keys just need to be IN the ignition to convict, The engine doesn't have to be running, or in gear, or You in the drivers seat.

Same here in Washington. The car can be up on jackstands in your garage, and if the keys are in the ignition, you can get a DUI. Unlikely, sure, but that is how the law is written. Hell, you can get a DUI here while riding a bicycle.

Well this weekend we are all going out to celebrate. And no we aren't being dumb, I'll have a coke with him while everyone else get's stupid. I actually don't mind being the DD. First time in my life that I feel somewhat mature.

And another bright spot is the ease with which you can smooth talk the ladies when sober.

BS if you called the popo they would have hauled him in for PI.... Shoulda called the ol' boy a cab.... Told the cabby where to take him, flipped the child locks on the rear door and thrown his ass in there....

Maybe things are different up here -- I can't see that happening with our finest.

worked with a guy many years ago that had this experience.

drunk off his ass riding his bike on a busy resort road (think the strip in vegas) and ran smack into a cop car that was parked while the officer was writing a ticket.

told the nice lady cop to mover her 'effing' car and got the cuffs.

thanks for this thread...we can all use the reminder sometimes.

glad your buddy skated by.